The 25-year-old has blossomed into one of the world’s most devastating strikers during his time on Tyneside but has seemingly outgrown St James’s Park, turning down the chance to extend his contract as he weighs up a move elsewhere.

Liverpool are still keen on signing Alexander Isak from Newcastle United, who have identified two strikers who could replace the Sweden international.

Alexander Isak is open to the possibility of a move away from Newcastle United this summer, with Liverpool the frontrunners to sign the forward, sources have told ESPN.